It is the second week I haven't been able to get outside to work in the garden. Everything is looking messy and nasty, in need of a little attention. It needs a good cleaning not to mention there are things I would like to add here and there. I am keeping my fingers crossed for Saturday morning. (I think some garden therapy is just what I need to get back to normal.)
Willie and I strolled around this afternoon and found some pretties among the weeds, sticks and debris.
There are always a few creatures flitting here and there
splashing around
hanging out.
We finally met out new garden member lurking in the ivy.
Do you see his bright orange face?
He seems a little shy.
He ventured out a little just to say hello
After a bit of research, I've discovered it is a male (orange jaw) five lined blue tailed skink. Isn't he wonderful?
Most creatures great and small are welcome in my garden.
I hope you have discovered something new this week.
What a beautiful post! Love the splashing around in the birdbath! Pecious! Thanks for taking the time to visit and comment.
ReplyDeleteHello Bonnie:
ReplyDeleteWe do hope that the weather will set fair for you at the weekend for you to enjoy some time in your beautiful garden. From your photographs you have some very pretty flowers and shrubs and so it is always therapeutic to tidy them up and enjoy them at close quarters.
But, as for the skink....well, we should have been terrified to see that little orange head peeking out from the ivy!!!
Happy weekend!
loved my garden stroll with you this morning. the photos are wonderful. we are a bit behind you growthwise. can't wait to get out myself.
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bonnie
Love the pictures. Oh, the things we can see if we just look.
ReplyDeleteHe's so cute, Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteI love most creatures too, but not the squirrels that keep eating my tulips :(
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oh bonnie, my gardens are needin' a little love right now also. just a few hours and they look so much better, you sure can see the difference.
ReplyDeleteplus it's just what i need, time alone with my thoughts and my plants, i walk away exhausted and renewed!!
happy times playing in the dirt. i hope it happens for you this weekend!!
Such pretty flowers and great pictures. That skink is so cool. I'm impressed you found him. I find smaller black ones under rocks sometimes. I show them to Drew then send them on their way. All creatures are welcome in my garden too. (although, I don't really want to roll out the welcome mat for rats).
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend.
Julie
I desperately need some garden therapy too...I haven't touched mine yet. Of course, today when I'm home is freezing and windy!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like there's a lot of spring going on around there. I hope you get to get out and enjoy it all.
Have a lovely weekend ~
I love being in the yard, too. It's great for the soul, I believe. I did a project the last few days, no special guests....but I did see (and kill) a few SCORPIONS!!! YUCK!
ReplyDeleteHope today will be better.
Such a great garden. Fantastic shot catching the bird mid shake.
ReplyDeleteBonnie,
ReplyDeleteYour pics are so pretty. I hope the weather is nice enough this weekend for you to go out and work in your garden. Best therapy, indeed!...Enjoy!...Heidi
With a fancy name like that, he deserves capitals - Five Lined Blue Toed Skink!
ReplyDeleteWhat is that in the first group - top left - with the "hanging" white flowers. Thought it was tiarella, but now I don't. I love it!
Jane and Lance, Thank you. The skink is actually more afraid of me than I might possibly be of him. I would love to see if he indeed does have a blue tail. Enjoy your weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteArleen, I think with age I have tried to slow down and be more aware of the smaller things. The things that hide for the rushed eye. Have a wonderful weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteBonnie, Winter didn't stop to visit and I think Spring is hurrying out the backdoor. I am afraid is going to be the lingering guest this year. Have a wonderful weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteHeidi... Thank you. A friend of mine described gardening as "salve for the soul". I always thought it a beautiful description. I hope you have a lovely weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteWebb, Yes his name is pretty impressive. I'm dying to see if he indeed does have a blue tail. The plant is a sweet spire. Hope you have a great weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteI hope you are able to get out in your garden today. I love the photos of the subtle happenings in your garden. There's always something happening in nature. A wonderful place to dwell. Have a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteWhat precious creatures in your garden, and how skillful of you to capture them on film! I hope the weather improves for you. I know when it is rainy or cold and I have lots of outdoor work to get done it can be so frustrating to have to wait.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post! And I like the skink, too. Of course, we're the proud owners of a leopard gecko, so I'm not bothered by reptiles!
ReplyDeletereally lovely blooms and critters. wanted to say thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment! blessings to you!
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